Short answer: the Kali Audio LP-8 V2, if you are buying new. The Kali Audio LP-8 ranks higher than the Edifier R2850DB (#96 vs #103 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers) but is discontinued; its replacement, the Kali Audio LP-8 V2, is rated 4.1/5 at $598 and is still sold new.
What the Edifier R2850DB gets right: 3 way speaker. The catch: Quite large and heavy.
On the Kali Audio LP-8 side: Note the newer V2 is out which could be a little better. The tradeoff: Eris 8 has this beat by a little bit.
Buy the Kali Audio LP-8 V2, the replacement for the discontinued Kali Audio LP-8; it is rated higher for sound quality than the Edifier R2850DB.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier R2850DB | Kali Audio LP-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.99 per pair | $598 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #103 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #96 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 18.1”H x 10.1”W x 12.4”D (459.7 x 256.5 x 315 mm) | 16.5”H x 10”W x 11.3”D (419.1 x 254 x 287 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 42Hz-20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 45Hz - 21kHz (+-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax | TRS, XLR, RCA |
| Weight | 50.7 lbs (23 kg) | 19.8 lbs (9.0 kg) each |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) woofer | 8” woofer, 1” soft dome tweeter |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX | - |
| EQ | No | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 75w RMS Per Speaker | 100w Per Speaker |
| XLR Input | No | Yes |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | Yes | No |
| Coaxial Input | Yes | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
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